Gluten-Free Cannoli Recipe

Say ciao to your new favorite treat! This fun gluten-free twist on classic cannoli is a crispy, creamy dream come true thanks to the help of Simple Mills Protein Pancake Mix. Light and delicately sweet, the golden-brown shells fry up to perfection in avocado oil. Inside, a velvety ricotta cream sweetened with honey and a splash of vanilla makes each bite irresistibly smooth. Finish with a dip in mini chocolate chips or crushed pistachios for a bakery-style finish that’s perfect for parties, holidays or just a cozy night in.

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Gluten-Free Cannoli Recipe

Prep Time 40 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 1 hour

Servings 15

Calories 114 kcal

Author Simple Mills

Ingredients

Shells

• 2 cups Simple Mills Protein Pancake Mix
• 1/2 cup arrowroot powder
• 2 tsp. psyllium husk
• 2 egg whites
• 2 Tbsp. butter
• 2 Tbsp. marsala wine
• Avocado oil for frying

Filling

• 16 oz. whole milk ricotta well drained
• 1/3 cup honey
• 1 tsp. vanilla extract

Garnish

• Pistachios or mini chocolate chips

Instructions

1. In large bowl, combine shell ingredients minus the avocado oil. Mix until well combined and dough forms a smooth ball.
2. Using rolling pin, roll dough to about 1/8-inch thickness, then cut 4-inch circles with round cutter.
3. Using cannoli form, wrap circles loosely and seal with egg white.
4. In pot for deep frying, heat avocado oil to 360 degrees F. Using tongs, carefully lower 2-3 cannoli forms in oil and fry until golden, about 1-2 minutes.
5. To make cream, prepare ricotta by squeezing with cheese cloth or clean towel to remove liquid.
6. In medium bowl, add drained ricotta and whisk in honey and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
7. Fill pastry bag or plastic bag with ricotta cream mixture, snip the tip off and fill cannoli shells.
8. Dip ends in desired toppings and serve fresh.

Recipe Notes

Grab these ingredients and more gluten-free essentials from Simple Mills at Vitacost.

 

Nutrition Facts

Gluten-Free Cannoli Recipe

Amount Per Serving (1 g)

Calories 114 Calories from Fat 54

% Daily Value*

Fat 6g9%

Saturated Fat 4g20%

Trans Fat 0.1g

Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g

Monounsaturated Fat 2g

Cholesterol 20mg7%

Sodium 45mg2%

Potassium 45mg1%

Carbohydrates 12g4%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 6g7%

Protein 4g8%

Vitamin A 184IU4%

Vitamin C 0.04mg0%

Calcium 68mg7%

Iron 0.2mg1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.